In Eli the Giants trust. But they cannot live by Eli alone.
Yes, the Giants have won three consecutive games entering their Monday night showdown with the NFC East rival Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.
And yes, quarterback Eli Manning unquestionably is the Giants’ best player and the player around which their offense revolves.
But eventually, the Giants are going to have to run the football effectively. Eventually, they’re going to need a 150-yard rushing performance to eke out a win.
Eventually, the Giants will encounter a game in which they cannot live by Eli alone.